School Behavior Specialist - Philadelphia, PA

Step into a highly impactful role supporting students, staff, and administrators near Philadelphia, PA, as a full-time, onsite ABA Therapist/Behavior Specialist for the 2026-2027 academic year. This position offers the unique opportunity to make lasting contributions throughout a vibrant K-12 community, focusing on students with Autism.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the training of new staff in effective instructional strategies for students with Autism.
• Provide comprehensive training for all team members on individualized behavior plans and updated best practices.
• Offer refresher sessions to returning educators, ensuring continued compliance with current procedures and evidence-based approaches.
• Support development of Verbal Repertoires for students, modeling strategies within classroom environments.
• Deliver direct in-class coaching and reinforce best practices, collaborating closely with school staff and PaTTAN consultants.
• Facilitate the transfer of established skills from anchor classrooms to other autism support settings across the district.
• Guide teams through critical scheduling, assessment, and logistical topics, ensuring smooth program implementation.
• Be present, visible, and accessible during the vital back-to-school period for support and guidance.
• Monitor fidelity of behavior intervention strategies and provide targeted feedback as needed.
• Participate in all onsite consultations with the flexibility to designate a qualified representative during absences.

Required Qualifications:

• Valid Pennsylvania educator certification in Special Education or related field.
• Proven experience in autism support or special education settings, ideally within urban schools.
• Deep understanding of evidence-based instructional methods for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Reliable transportation and schedule flexibility between 7:15AM-4PM (schedule cannot be altered).
• Successful completion of all required Pennsylvania clearances.
• Comfortable and adaptable within district and urban settings.

This contract role runs from August 24, 2026, through June 10, 2027, at 35 hours per week. You’ll collaborate with dedicated professionals, refine your leadership and coaching skills, and make a powerful difference. Ready to elevate district-wide support for students with Autism? If you meet the requirements, we invite you to apply now and help foster positive change!

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